Quote Originally Posted by dave potts View Post
I'll second Brian's suggestion. That 7 ft 3 in 3 weight is a darn nice casting rod and Cabela's currently has it on sale for half price ($35). They also have the Reddington CT on sale for half price. They also have free shipping on $49 orders.

I have the Three Forks rod, as well as a slew of other rods, and found it cast quite nicely. I found it best with a 4 weight line.

Dave
I agree on the Three Forks. A beginner should start with a rod that casts well whether the caster is a good caster or not. Some inexpensive rods are just to hard to get in time with.... the Three Forks is not one of them. I've owned at least one for 20+ years. I'm amazed every time I pick it up at what a dandy caster it is.